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Cruise Holidays 2012 Presidents Cruise

Aboard AMAWaterwaysms AmaCerto

The Legendary Danube - October 1-11, 2012

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Join Colleen and Steve Turner on the Cruise Holidays 2012 Presidents Cruise aboardAMAWaterways newest river cruise ship, the ms AmaCerto! Since Cruise Holidays haschartered the ms AmaCerto exclusively for Cruise Holidays franchisees and their valuedclients, you will be among friends on this special voyage which includes amenities that youwont find on any AMAWaterways river cruise available to the public.

AMAWaterways has redefined Europeanriver cruising since its founding in 2002 (asAmadeus Waterways) by river cruise industrypioneer, Rudi Schreiner, cruise industry

executive Kristin Karst and former owner ofBrendan Worldwide Vacations, JimmyMurphy. AMAWaterways currently has 12ships cruising the rivers of Europe, Russia andSoutheast Asia, the oldest of which was builtin 2006.

Its newest ship, the ms AmaCerto, carries 162passengers and will launch in April 2012. Amember of the Chane des Rtisseurs, guestson the ms AmaCerto will enjoy fine dining in

the main dining room, an intimate Chefs Table restaurant, two wine bars plus a casual al frescobistro. The ms AmaCerto also features a heated Sun Deck swimming pool with a swim-upbar; fitness center; massage; and hair and beauty salon. Its sister ship, the ms AmaBella ispictured above.

The Legendary Danube

Start your voyage with historic Prague, the cityof a hundred spires. Celebrate the beauty andhistory of the Danube, Europes second largestriver, as you cruise from Nuremberg through

the Main-Danube Canal across the ContinentalDivide. Continue to centuries-old towns andmarvel at the beautiful river side vistasunfolding around you. Enter Austria and cruisethrough the lush Wachau wine region. Then,conclude your European river cruise vacationwith two grand capitals, magnificent Viennaand exotic Budapest.


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Itinerary

October 1, 2012: Prague. Arrive in Prague and transfer to the Intercontinental or Hilton OldTown (or similar). The balance of the day is free to start exploring this beautiful city.

October 2, 2012: Prague. Your morningssightseeing tour reveals why Prague isconsidered one of Europes most attractivecities. Visit the 1,000-year-old HradcanyCastle Courtyard, St. Vitus and then walkover the Charles Bridge to the Old MarketSquare. The evening is free to mingle withthe locals at Wenceslas Square, shop forsouvenirs or enjoy one of the many

charming cafs or restaurants.

October 3, 2012: Prague. Spend a day at your leisure to relax and stroll through a museum orgallery, wander along the banks of the Valtava River, relax at an outdoor restaurant or shop forlocal handicrafts and art work. This afternoon, participate in an optional tour to Terezin, theinfamous Nazi WWII concentration camp, now serving as a memorial to those who perished.

October 4, 2012: Prague- Karlovy VaryNuremberg. Depart from Prague after

breakfast. Enjoy a short stop in Karlovy Vary,better known by its German name, Carlsbad,which is famous for its Bohemian Spas. Afterlunch, drive through the pastoral countryside toNuremberg, the capital of Franconia and boardthe ms AmaCerto. The ms AmaCerto willmoor overnight in Nuremberg.

October 5, 2012: Today, decide to tour the medieval history of Nuremberg to see thestorybook 900-year-old ramparts that surround this historic city and Imperial Castle or join themodern tour of the citys role in the 20th century, see the Zeppelin field and the Justice Palacewhere the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. At lunchtime, return to the ship and cruise theMain-Danube Canal to the highest point of your cruise 1,332 feet above sea level, where youcross Europes Continental Divide, then start descending through stair-step locks.


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October 6, 2012: Regensburg,

Germany. This mornings sceniccruising takes you through the final stretchof the Main-Danube Canal to arrive inmagnificent Regensburg, one of

Germanys best preserved medieval cities.A guided tour will show you the citysarchitectural highlights, including the OldTown Hall and the Porta Praetoria gatesto an ancient Roman fort which was builtin 179 AD. Marvel at beautiful churchesand one of the oldest bridges crossing theDanube.

Or, take a tour of the Audi Car Factory.In the afternoon, you are free to join the optional excursion to beautiful Weltenburg Abbey in

the Danube Gorge. In the evening enjoy a musical performance on board.

October 7, 2012: Passau, Germany Linz, Austria. After breakfast, arrive in picturesquePassau, where the Inn and Ilz Rivers join the Danube. Your city tour takes you on anexploration of this fairy tale locale founded more than 2,000 years ago. Or, substitute the citytour with the optional excursion to Salzburg, birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and thesetting for the Sound of Music. During your walking tour see Mozarts birthplace. For thosestaying on board, enjoy a scenic cruise from Passau into Austria and on to Linz. After dinner,take a walk through this delightful town, Austrias third largest city and a major river port.

October 8, 2012: Melk Vienna. Cruise throughthe narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valleyearly this morning. Your guided tour takes you toMelks magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Return tothe ship for lunch as you cruise the romanticWachau Valley. Arrive in Vienna, the City ofMusic before dinner. Explore the magnificentAustrian capital on your own and visit the historiccenter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or enjoy theoptional evening Mozart and Strauss concert.

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October 9, 2012: Vienna. Enjoy a guided citytour followed by free time in the city center, then awalking tour from St. Stephens Cathedral. In theafternoon, join a tour to the Imperial Schnbrunn

Palace, which includes entrance to the CarriageMuseum. Enjoy dinner as you continue yourjourney past Slovakia and cruise overnight toBudapest, Hungarys vibrant capital.

This evening, the ship will sail a special Illuminations Cruise past the illuminated river frontof Budapest.

October 11, 2012: Your fascinating cruise comes to an end as you transfer to the airport foryour homeward flight.

October 10, 2012: Budapest. Thismorning, your sightseeing tour takes you tohistoric Buda Castle from where you can

enjoy a splendid view of the twin cities ofBuda and Pest spread over the banks of theRiver. Your tour also features thedistinctive Fishermans Bastion, themarvelous Royal Palace, St. StephensBasilica and Great Market Hall.

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Accommodations

Stateroom amenities include the following:

Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet Terry bathrobes Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone Flat-screen TV featuring local and satellite channels In-room Infotainment system providing complimentary Internet access, movies and music

library Individually controlled air conditioning Complimentary bottled water replenished daily

Category D & E Staterooms

148 square feet Fixed window

Starting at: $3,786 per person,double occupancy

Category AA, AB, BA and BB Staterooms: These deluxe staterooms offer the unique TwinBalcony concept which features a French balcony for unimpeded views and fresh air, plus aseparate Outside balcony which allows for private, al fresco enjoyment of your river cruiseexperience. Twin balcony staterooms range from 210-235 square feet.

Starting at: $4,781 per person, double occupancy

Category C Stateroom:

170 square feet French balcony

Starting at: $4,362 perperson, double occupancy

Suite: The luxurious suites offer an impressive 350 square feet and include a large sitting areaand couch, a mini-bar, large bathroom with separate bathtub as well as both an Outside andFrench balcony.

Starting at: $5,992 per person, double occupancy


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Whats Included

Exclusive Cruise Holidays escorted cruise

3 nights at the Intercontinental or Hilton Old Town (or similar) in Prague including dailybuffet breakfast

7-night cruise in a river view stateroom on the ms AmaCerto

Travel Guard travel insurance coverage

Superb dining with all meals included during your cruise

Two cocktail parties and gala dinners

Free-flowing Red and White wines from Europes great wine regions, beer and soft drinkswith every dinner on board the ship

Complimentary specialty coffee and tea station

Daily sightseeing program as outlined in the itinerary

Special highlights including folklore dances, lectures, theme dinners, onboard musicperformances and afternoon and evening piano music

Services of a professional Cruise Manager

Heated swimming pool and whirlpool

Use of bicycles to explore on your own

All transfers

$50 onboard credit if booked and deposited by September 15, 2011

For further information:Cruise Holidays

11011 NE 12th Street, #308 Bellevue, WA 98004425-453-7696 or 1-800-253-0116

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